Saturate the ground when watering young trees
University of Illinois expert advises deep weekly watering for small shade trees. Run a full hose stream for at least 15 minutes to thoroughly soak soil around roots. Fertilize sparingly to avoid overgrowth that outpaces root development and risks plant death in extreme heat periods.
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W. F. Bulkley
University of Illinois College of Agriculture
Illinois Farmers Outlook Letter Highlights Price Stability
Illinois farmers outlook notes spending for new homes tracks the 1953 pace and discusses price stability for the average level of prices of all commodities.
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Illinois Farmers’ Outlook
Prices show small yearlong change for farm goods
Prices received by farmers edged down about four percent over the past year with most of the drop occurring between May and June. Other price levels remain near the year earlier mark.
Farm Shorts Insecticide Use Tips For Safe Poultry Care
Instructions on pesticide packaging guide farmers to use insecticides safely. follow label directions to minimize hazards. If chickens become pale or show symptoms, consult a veterinarian and review withdrawal times and safety precautions.
Illinois agriculture notes cover swine disease and dairy yields
An Illinois veterinarian links blackhead symptoms to poultry contact in swine. Illinois dairy herds averaged 876 pounds butterfat and 9,740 pounds milk in 1953. A crops specialist advises choosing winters hardy oat varieties for suitable areas and prudent buying.
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Improvement Associations
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